Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, International High School At Union Square ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The International High School at Union Square serves an extensive attendance zone in New York, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical driving time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
International High School At Union Square's student population of 348 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of International High School At Union Square is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
74%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are International High School At Union Square often compared to?
International High School At Union Squareis often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan International High School, High School For Dual Language And Asian Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of International High School At Union Square?
The graduation rate of International High School At Union Square is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend International High School At Union Square?
348 students attend International High School At Union Square.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of International High School At Union Square students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of International High School At Union Square?
International High School At Union Square has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does International High School At Union Square offer ?
International High School At Union Square offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is International High School At Union Square part of?
International High School At Union Square is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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